WALANG PASOK: In-person class suspensions for Tuesday, Oct. 27

Inquirer.net - Oct 26, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Face-to-face classes are suspended in several schools in Luzon and Visayas on Tuesday, October 27, due to various reasons. The Philippine Science High School (PSHS) – Main Campus in Quezon City suspended its classes on October 26 and 27, 2026 “due to increasing reports of illness among students.” The main campus said

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